How To Fix 8B354 - External nota fiscal number missing &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 354

• Message text: External nota fiscal number missing &

What causes this issue?

The external Nota Fiscal number is missing

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please maintain the reference document number in the invoice header
or check the customizing for the used Nota Fiscal record types
<DS:DE.J_1BRTNOREFIV>invoice reference check</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B354 - External nota fiscal number missing & ?

  The SAP error message 8B354 indicates that the external nota fiscal number is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of Brazilian fiscal compliance, where nota fiscal (a type of invoice) is a legal document required for the sale of goods and services.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data: The external nota fiscal number has not been entered in the relevant document (e.g., sales order, delivery, or invoice).
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle nota fiscal numbers, or the necessary fields may not be set up correctly.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for the entry of the nota fiscal number.
  Integration Issues: If the system is integrated with external systems for fiscal reporting, there may be issues with data transfer.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document: Verify that the document (sales order, delivery, or invoice) has the external nota fiscal number filled in. If it is missing, enter the required number.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the SAP system is configured correctly for nota fiscal processing. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction codes like SPRO for configuration).
  
  
  Document Status: Make sure that the document is in a status that allows for the entry of the nota fiscal number. If necessary, change the status of the document.
  
  
  Integration Check: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like a tax compliance system), check for any issues in the integration that might prevent the nota fiscal number from being captured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP for additional guidance on handling nota fiscal numbers.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Brazilian fiscal compliance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Nota Fiscal: A nota fiscal is a legal document in Brazil that serves as an invoice and is required for tax purposes. It contains information about the transaction, including the buyer, seller, and details of the goods or services sold.
  SAP Localization: SAP has specific localization features for Brazil to comply with local tax regulations, including the handling of nota fiscal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VF01 (Create Billing Document), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), and others that may be involved in the process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing external nota fiscal number in SAP.